Today the Brandenburg Gate is open to the public, it is one of Berlin's most popular sights and stands fully restored as it would have in the 19th century. The Guard houses that flank the wall have been converted into visitor information centers. The Quadriga stands a top the gate, no longer as a symbol of victory but instead now represents unity for its people.
Due to the popularity of the Brandenburg Gate, it is depicted in almost every way, from chocolate to magnets, you can find almost anything that has the Brandenburg Gate depicted. Here is a marzapan candy made in the form of the Brandenburg Gate, this is one of hundreds of examples.
It is easy to get caught up in the merchandising and commerce that surrounds the gate and never even know its story. When one takes the time to consider the Gate's incredible story of survival and the ideas that it has stood for, they come away with a more important message. the Brandenburg Gate has and no doubt always will represent the People of Germany. No matter how much it is changed, damaged, blocked off, or even stolen. The Gate will forever symbolize the German People and their unity as a Whole Country.
During my visit to Berlin i was fortunate enough to visit the Brandenburg Gate numerous times, both day and night. this allowed for a complete view of the elegence of the gate. At night the Gate is surrounded by lighting, it is one of the brightest objects to be found in the city when the sun goes down. 
The Brandenburg Gate is a monument that has managed to stay relevant to its people. this is what makes the Gate such an incredible creation. It is a Gate of change wheras other monumets stand firm as a reminder of days gone by, the Brandenburg Gate has remained important to its people.